Foreign-Affairs
Govt importing onion from Turkey, Egypt
The government has decided to import onion from multiple sources to ensure enough supply of the popular cooking ingredient in the local markets.
US "excited to work" with Bangladesh under IPS
The United States has said it is "excited" to work with Bangladesh under Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS), terming Bangladesh a huge country with incredible opportunities.
No scope for untoward incident along border: Shahriar
Bangladesh remains vigilant along the border with Myanmar and sees no scope for any untoward incident, says State Minister for Foreign Affairs M Shahriar Alam.
BGB-BSF border conference rescheduled for Sept 16-19
The conference between Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and Indian Border Security Force (BSF), which was postponed two days ago, will now take place from September 16-19.
Bangladesh acclaimed globally as growth accelerator, says FM in Turkey
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Monday said Bangladesh today is internationally acclaimed for its steady economic growth, political and social stability; and as a growth accelerator.
Australian govt announces business partnership in Bangladesh
The Australian High Commission in Dhaka on Monday sought proposals to support COVID-19 economic recovery in Bangladesh under the Business Partnerships Platform (BPP).
Bangladesh keen to deepen ties with Turkey: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday said Bangladesh is keen to boost its relationship with Turkey for mutual benefits as it is deeply rooted in shared history, faith and traditions based on trust and confidence.
Action must be taken now over Rohingyas' rights violations: Bachelet
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Monday said action must now be taken to properly remedy the serious violations the Rohingya have suffered, and include them into the life of their country.
Dhaka seeks greater climate collaboration
Bangladesh High Commissioner to the UK Saida Muna Tasneem has said Bangladesh looks forward to creating greater collaboration and connectivity between the Commonwealth and its Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) Presidency.
Myanmar troop movement: Ambassador summoned by Foreign Ministry
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday summoned Myanmar Ambassador to Bangladesh Aung Kyaw Moe and protested visible movement of Myanmar military very close to Bangladesh-Myanmar border.